Toronto, ON (December 13, 2007) - Top international wakeboarders and wakeskaters will take to the water inside the Ricoh Center this January to perform on the world’s largest indoor lake at the Toronto International Boat Show, January 12-20. These renowned athletes will demonstrate the range of their skills and provide a show jam-packed with grinds, tricks and flips.

The Lake at Ricoh Coliseum will be filled with more than a million gallons of water from Lake Ontario to create a wake wonderland for these spectacular riders. This new feature will allow show attendees to use The Lake to enjoy wakeboarding demonstrations, sailing, canoeing, kayaking and much more.

"The sports of wakeboarding and wakeskating are exploding in popularity and these stars are sure to make waves this year at The Lake," says Boat Show manager, Cynthia Hare, adding "We're excited to welcome several of the world's top wakeboarders and wakeskaters to the Toronto International Boat Show. It's a fabulous way to celebrate 50 years."

Presented by Pride Marine Group, the Show will feature the following professionals:

For those who want to know what a trip flip, invert or an ollie is, the 2008 Toronto International Boat Show will present Wakeboard Alley, a spot by The Lake where visitors can meet pro wakeboard and wakeskate riders for an autograph, riding tips or just to learn more about these skyrocketing sports.

The Toronto International Boat Show runs January 12-20 at the Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place. The show kicks off with its 9th annual Special Preview Night: Boating For Children's Charity event Friday, January 11 from 4 pm - 9 pm.

The Toronto International Boat Show is produced by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), the world’s largest producer of boat shows. NMMA is the leading association representing the recreational boating industry in North America. NMMA member companies produce more than 80% of the boats, engines, trailers, accessories and gear used by boaters and anglers in Canada and the United States.

The Toronto Boat Show is a proud member of the International Federation of Boat Show Organizers (IFBSO), a prestigious organization of recreational marine event organizers who provide a forum for the worldwide exchange of ideas and global cooperation.